Associate Director, Volunteer Engagement

Cal Poly Pomona•Pomona, CA

4d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director, Volunteer Engagement works in the Division of University Advancement at Cal Poly Pomona. The division advances the university’s private support and knowledge by developing programs, events, and activities that build relationships with alumni, friends, parents, corporations, and foundations and encourage giving. It includes development, alumni and external relations, advancement services, annual giving, and government and external affairs, and manages the Cal Poly Pomona Philanthropic Foundations. The position manages student engagement programs and alumni volunteer initiatives, including Dining with Broncos, the alumni mentoring program, online communities, and the Student Alumni Ambassador Program. It supports chapter growth and programming, student outreach, campus events, and the transition from student participation to sustained alumni engagement. The role also collaborates with campus and marketing partners and oversees the planning and execution of CPP sporting events that support university spirit and donor engagement. This is a full-time, at-will appointment, classified as Administrator I. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The anticipated hiring range is $80,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with skills and qualifications. Travel and work at night and on weekends are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
At least 3 years of professional experience in outreach or university advancement work.
Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance upon hire.
Experience managing multiple budgets.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships on and off campus.
Volunteer management experience.
Donor and volunteer relations experience.
Ability to develop sound conclusions regarding programming and event management.
Ability to travel and work nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Planned giving certification, CFP, or a legal degree.
Experience practicing law, particularly in taxation, trusts and estates, probate, corporations, contracts, or real estate.
Master’s degree from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

Manage the Dining with Broncos Program, including participant recruitment, program planning, communications, marketing, outreach, student training, event coordination, and post-event evaluation.
Oversee the alumni mentoring program and expanding online community initiative that connect current and prospective alumni volunteers with students.
Collaborate with colleges to integrate student engagement programs into the student experience.
Oversee more than 20 online communities by monitoring communications, supporting marketing, and meeting with college liaisons, faculty, and associate deans to increase participation, usability, and engagement.
Assist the Director of Alumni and Chapter Programs by coordinating and attending chapter meetings and events, conducting outreach to student organizations, and supporting chapter growth, engagement, and programming.
Manage the Student Alumni Ambassador Program, which strengthens connections between current students and alumni.
Oversee student tabling and promotional activities at campuswide events, including Club Fair, Resource Fair, BroncoBound, and Cal Poly Pomona Open House.
Represent Alumni Engagement on campuswide committees that support student outreach, engagement, and programming.
Collaborate with the Annual Fund team to develop a student-to-recent-graduate engagement pipeline and coordinate initiatives such as recent-graduate memberships, networking mixers, and targeted communications.
Work with university and marketing partners to create promotional content that raises awareness of local programs among student organizations, clubs, Associated Students, Inc. (ASI), and other campus partners.
Oversee the planning and execution of CPP sporting events that promote CPP spirit and provide donor-engagement opportunities.
Manage multiple budgets and establish and maintain effective working relationships on and off campus.

Benefits

Up to 24 vacation days per year, depending on employee group and/or length of service.
14 paid holidays.
12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit retirement plan and voluntary 403(b), 401(k), and 457 savings options.
Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling and support for employees and families.
Wellness programs.
Professional development opportunities.
Insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.